Daris
Daris is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Meaning
Possessing goodness; rich (if linked to Darius) or tied to Slavic traditions.
Origin and history
Daris is a rare masculine given name with multiple potential etymological roots, often considered a modern variant of Darius or connected to South Slavic tradition. It maintains a consistent, low-volume presence in U.S. birth records. Its crisp two-syllable structure gives it a contemporary yet established sound.
Popularity in the United States
1,260 babies in the United States have been named Daris since 1880. It ranks #3438 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1845.
States where it is most popular
- NY (68.4 %)
- IL (31.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 13 |
| 1920-1930 | 44 |
| 1930-1940 | 65 |
| 1940-1950 | 48 |
| 1950-1960 | 93 |
| 1960-1970 | 127 |
| 1970-1980 | 105 |
| 1980-1990 | 184 |
| 1990-2000 | 178 |
| 2000-2010 | 127 |
| 2010-2019 | 194 |
| 2020-2029 | 82 |
Famous people named Daris
- Daris Swindler: Anthropologist, Professor
Fun facts
- Daris is used in modern times both as a short variation of the ancient Persian name Darius and as a traditional name in parts of the Balkans.
- The name has maintained a steady but low-frequency presence in American birth records since the late 19th century.